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WELCOME!
One of my
biggest dreams as a writer has been to become an author whose books would benefit children through charitable programs.
I realized my dream in December of 2007 when my first bilingual children's book, The Little Saguaro
~ El sahuarito was published by the Arizona - Sonora Desert Museum.
In keeping with my goal of helping children,
I am donating 10% from the purchase of each book to the Laurel Clark Educational Endownment throught the ASDM to help provide
educational and hands-on curriculum opportunities to children. These programs are set up for children to learn about the Sonora
Desert and the wildlife, plants and insects that live in the area.
I am very excited that The Little Saguaro ~
El sahuarito received a bronze medal from the Independent Publisher Awards in 2008 for children's multicultural fiction.
I am very fortunate to have a terrific team that worked with me on this project. Many thanks to ASDM botanist
and illustrator, Kim Duffek, my editor, Dr. Rick Brusca, and so many others whose scientific and artistic expertise made
this book truly extraordinary, unique and beautiful.
All the Best
Shannon
BOOK DESCRIPTION
The
Little Saguaro ~ El sahuarito is a heartfelt story about life's joys and challenges, as revealed in a conversation between
a mother saguaro and her daughter.
As this intimate story unfolds, the exuberant life of the Sonoran Desert literally
swirls aroung the giant cacti. Readers learn about human struggles and emotions, while at the same time being charmed by the
variety of fascinating desert plants and animals captured in exquisite watercolor art. Engaging information about desert ecosystems
included at the end of the book will be useful for teachers, parents and curriculum specialists.
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